A recent gift by Stanley B. Burns, M.D. substantially increases the holdings of daguerreotypes at UMBC. Dr. Burns, historian, collector, and physician, donated 252 daguerreotypes from his large photography collection, continuing his long relationship with UMBC. Continue Reading Stanley B. Burns donates daguerreotype collection to UMBC
“By identifying experiments in community-based education…we can open up more nuanced critical perspectives on the intersections among teaching, learning, and community development,” writes Meringolo, an associate professor of history. Continue Reading Denise Meringolo examines the relationship between public history and civic engagement in new article
UMBC celebrated a banner year in 2016. In thousands of ways, big and small, this golden anniversary has been full of moments to remember for the university community. Here are 12 top highlights. Continue Reading UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2016
“Collectively, female investors enabled Britain’s rise to a military, economic, and colonial power in the 1700s, and women’s capital was a critical component of British imperialism,” explains Froide, acting chair and associate professor of history. Continue Reading Amy Froide examines the role of women investors in England’s financial revolution on WYPR
“Now more than ever, it is crucial to consider the role of coalitions, forged across boundaries, in practicing public humanities and supporting the work of active and engaged communities,” said Dresher Center Director Jessica Berman, at the event. Continue Reading Baltimore Stories final event focuses on listening to communities, strengthening coalitions
In a new article, Chapin analyzes the history of U.S. healthcare, tracing the steps that lead to the insurance company model and adoption of the Affordable Care Act. Continue Reading Christy Chapin explains the evolution of the U.S. healthcare system
“The whole experience at UMBC was gratifying,” said Simmona Simmons ‘72, American studies, who began working in UMBC’s library in 1966. “As UMBC grew, I grew with UMBC.” Continue Reading Stoop stories offer a glimpse into UMBC’s first days and rich history
Kars and Brown are recipients of the EUI’s Fernand Braduel Senior Fellowships, which “provide a framework for established academics with an international reputation to pursue their research.” Continue Reading Marjoleine Kars and Kate Brown win prominent European University Institute fellowships
Through a host of media, the project explores the historic role of visual culture in shaping, influencing, and transforming the fight for racial equality and justice in the United States from the late-1940s to the mid-1970s. Continue Reading In groundbreaking move, NEH extends tour of acclaimed exhibit “For All the World to See”
“What I loved about this year’s class is that they threw themselves into the process early,” says Brian Souders. “They really got into the spirit of Fulbright, which is all about cultural exchange.” Continue Reading UMBC’s 2016 Fulbright Scholars to serve as teachers and researchers around the world, from Moldova to Malaysia
June 14 marked the 60th anniversary of Washington D.C.’s first presidential primary. George Derek Musgrove, associate professor of history, joined WAMU Radio to discuss why it took so long for the nation’s capital to have a say in presidential politics. Continue Reading George Derek Musgrove reflects on the surprisingly brief history of D.C.’s presidential primary
As President Obama prepared for his historic trip to Japan and Vietnam, Constantine Vaporis wrote a powerful op-ed for The Conversation, calling the trip “a key opportunity to showcase the power of remembrance and reconciliation.” Continue Reading UMBC historian says President Obama’s visit to Japan could have a lasting impact on his legacy
